April 17, 2026

When Cargo Damage is Negligence, Not Force Majeure

With the ongoing Middle East conflict, many exporters assume that any cargo lost or damaged in the region is a “lost cause”. They hear the words Force Majeure and assume […]
April 10, 2026

Cargo Stuck in the Strait of Hormuz? Don’t Pay Unfair Storage Fees

The situation in the Middle East is creating significant challenges for global trade. Specifically, export cargo currently on vessels inside or near the Strait of Hormuz is facing a new […]
March 5, 2026

How to Vet Your New Supplier (Before You Wire 60%)

Last week, a client reached out to Recoupex. He had ordered nine containers of pineapples from a new supplier in Costa Rica, destined for Chile. The terms seemed standard enough: […]
February 13, 2026

Fruit Logistica Berlin 2026 Insights

Why is cargo claims recovery the new risk management?   Attending Fruit Logistica Berlin this year made one thing clear: the landscape of the fresh produce industry has shifted. As we […]
September 12, 2025

5 Steps to Recover Cargo Claims Without a Data Logger

Only 30–50% of fresh produce exporters actually use data loggers. Many exporters skip them due to the cost involved or the buyer’s carelessness (aka no data logger found during destuffing).   […]
January 31, 2025

How to Request a Cargo Claim Time Extension

Asking for a Cargo Claim Time Extension can save your claim! In shipping and logistics, time is not just money—it’s everything. Up to 20% of all cargo claims fall victim […]